Frequencies of CNBC channels on satellites 2025 📰🌍 – Global Freqs

CNBC, Consumer News and Business Channel, is a cornerstone of financial journalism, providing real-time market updates, in-depth business analysis and global economic insights.

Launched in 1989 by NBCUniversal, CNBC has become a trusted source for investors, professionals and viewers around the world, with flagship shows such as Call girl on the street, Fast moneyAND The News with Shepard Smith. Starting in July 2025, CNBC’s international affiliates, including CNBC Europe and CNBC Asia, reach millions of people in Europe, the Middle East, North Africa (MENA) and beyond.

This article provides a comprehensive guide to the latest CNBC frequencies on the major satellites – Nilesat, Arabsat, Hot Bird and Thor – along with expert advice for uninterrupted reception, ensuring you stay in touch with the pulse of global markets. 📡✨

Because CNBC shines with light 🌟

• Market leading coverage 📊: Offering 24/7 financial news, stock market updates, and special interviews with industry leaders, driving informed decision-making.

• High quality transmissions 📺: Provides HD and SD streaming for clear, uninterrupted viewing in different regions.

• Global accessibility 🌐: Available on multiple satellites, serving the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and Nordic countries through regional feeds such as CNBC Europe.

• Trusted authority ✅: Boasts higher total daily and primetime viewers than Fox Business in 2023, with 1.92 billion digital video starts in 2020.

• Innovative programming 🎤: Features show you how CNBC Investment Club with Jim Cramer and the CNBC+ streaming service launching in 2025, starting at $14.99 per month.

CNBC frequencies on the main satellites 📡

CNBC, primarily through its CNBC Europe feed, is accessible on several satellites, including Nilesat, Arabsat, Hot Bird and Thor, targeting viewers in the Middle East, North Africa, Europe and parts of the Nordic countries.

Below is a detailed frequency table for tuning into CNBC starting in July 2025, based on the latest available data. Please note that some feeds are encrypted and require subscriptions through providers such as OSN or Sky.

Frequency table for CNBC 2025 📊

Key information 🔍

• Nilesat 201 (7° west): CNBC Europe is available via OSN on 12073 MHz, encrypted to subscribers in the Middle East and North Africa (e.g., Egypt, United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia). Ideal for the business public in MENA.

• Arabsat Badr-4 (26° east): Carries CNBC Europe via OSN on 11804 MHz, encrypted for pay-TV subscribers in the Gulf and North Africa. Popular in Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain.

• Hot Bird 13B (13° East): Offers CNBC Europe free-to-air on 12054 MHz, making it accessible across Europe and parts of the MENA region without a subscription. High definition feed with bitrate of 4.79 Mbit/s.

• Thor 7 (0.8° west): CNBC Europe is broadcast on 12149 MHz, encrypted via Focus Sat for viewers in the Nordics and Central/Eastern Europe, requiring Conax or Cryptoworks decryption.

• Astra 2F (28.2° East): Provides free-to-air CNBC Europe on 12168 MHz, targeting the UK, Ireland and parts of Europe via UK Spotbeam.

• Note on encryption 🔒: Feeds on Nilesat, Arabsat and Thor are usually encrypted and require subscriptions (e.g. OSN, Focus Sat). Hot Bird and Astra 2F offer free-to-air access, ideal for viewers without pay-TV.

• Alternative access 🌐: For regions without satellite coverage or for Thor viewers (where CNBC availability may vary), stream CNBC via cnbc.com or the CNBC+ service ($14.99/month or $99.99/year).

Optimizing reception: expert advice for flawless vision 📺

To tune into CNBC in crystal-clear quality, follow these expert tips tailored for Nilesat, Arabsat, Hot Bird, Thor and Astra:

1. Selection of plate size 📏: Use a 70-100cm antenna for Nilesat, Arabsat and Hot Bird in primary coverage areas (MENA, Europe). For Thor in the Nordic countries or Astra in the UK a 60-80cm dish is sufficient. In fringe areas (e.g. Southern Europe for Nilesat), opt for a 100-150cm dish for stronger signals.

2. Precise plate alignment 🧭: Point your dish to the satellite’s orbital position (7°W for Nilesat, 26°E for Arabsat, 13°E for Hot Bird, 0.8°W for Thor, 28.2°E for Astra) using a satellite tracker or apps like SatFinder. Make sure no obstacles (trees, buildings) block your line of sight.

3. LNB compatibility 🔌: Install a universal Ku-band (9.75/10.6 GHz) LNB for all satellites listed. Check whether your receiver supports DVB-S2 for HD broadcasts.

4. Signal optimization 📶: Aim for a quality level of 70-98% on the receiver’s meter to avoid pixelation. Adjust the azimuth, elevation and tilt of the LNB for maximum performance.

5. Weatherproof ☔: Protect yourself from signal loss in rain or snow by securing your dish and using waterproof LNB caps.

6. Verification of coverage 🗺️: Confirm that your location is within the satellite’s range (e.g. Nilesat for MENA, Hot Bird/Astra for Europe, Thor for Nordics) using official coverage maps.

Tuning into CNBC on your receiver: a step-by-step guide 📡

Add CNBC to your satellite receiver (e.g., Strong, Humax, Starsat) with these simple steps:

1. Access the Menu ⚙️: Press “Menu” or “Settings” on the remote control, then select “Installation”, “Channel Search” or “Antenna Setup”.

2. Select Manual Scan 🔎: Choose “Manual Scan”, “Manual Installation” or “Add Transponder”.

3. Choose the satellite 🛰️: Select Nilesat 201 (7°W), Arabsat Badr-4 (26°E), Hot Bird 13B (13°E), Thor 7 (0.8°W) or Astra 2F (28.2°E). If not available, manually enter the orbital position.

4. Input transponder details 📋: Enter the frequency, signal direction, symbol rate and FEC from the table above (for example, 12054 MHz, horizontal, 29900 kS/s, 5/6 for Hot Bird). Check for accuracy.

5. Run the scan 🔄: Press “Scan”, “Search” or “OK”. Select “FTA Only” for free-to-air channels (Hot Bird, Astra) or “All Channels” for encrypted options (Nilesat, Arabsat, Thor). Scanning takes 1-3 minutes.

6. Save channels 💾: Save scanned channels (for example, “CNBC Europe HD”) to the channel list.

7. Fine tuning signal 🔧: If the signal is weak, adjust the dish alignment and LNB tilt to achieve a quality level of 70-98%. Recheck cables and connections.

8. Test playback 📺: Select CNBC to confirm playback cancellation. For encrypted channels, make sure you have an active subscription and a compatible decryption module (e.g. Conax, Irdeto).

Receiver Tips 🔌:

• Enable “LNB Power” on Strong receivers (e.g. SRT 4950) in the “Transponder” menu.

• For encrypted channels (Nilesat, Arabsat, Thor), confirm that your receiver supports decryption modules and that your subscription is active with providers such as OSN or Focus Sat.

• Default PINs (for example, 0000, 1234) may be required; consult the receiver manual.

CNBC Global Impact and Highlighted broadcasts 🌟

CNBC continues to lead the financial news landscape:

• Strength of the public 📈: Outperformed Fox Business in daily and primetime views in 2023, with 1.92 billion digital video starts in 2020.

• Iconic shows 🎤: Features Call girl on the street with David Faber, First time relationship with fast money with Scott Wapner and The News with Shepard Smith for nonpartisan coverage.

• Global presence 🌐: CNBC Europe and Asia feeds reach millions, with additional channels such as CNBC Africa and SBS-CNBC (South Korea, closed in 2020).

• Digital innovation 📱: CNBC+ launches in 2025 ($14.99/month) and CNBC Investment Club with Jim Cramer for stock selection and investor education.

• Historic milestone 🏛️: Merged with Financial News Network in 1991, expanding its reach to over 40 million homes.